Assistant Controller POST NUMBER: 450705
We are a dynamic and rapidly growing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our finance team. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and process optimization as we continue scaling. The ideal candidate brings both strategic insight and hands-on execution to support informed decision-making and financial health across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP
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Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling efforts to support business planning
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Provide variance analysis and insights to guide executive-level decisions
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Manage accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, inventory, and tax compliance
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Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, serving as the primary contact for external auditors
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Maintain and optimize the NetSuite ERP system to support financial reporting and operational efficiency
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Implement and improve financial processes and internal controls for accuracy, scalability, and compliance
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Ensure system integrity and support integrations and upgrades as needed
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Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering development and collaboration across departments
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Support special projects, ad hoc analysis, and cross-functional initiatives as needed
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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CPA preferred
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8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 2-3 years in a leadership role
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial consolidations, and multi-entity accounting
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Advanced Excel skills and financial modeling experience
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Familiarity with inventory management, cost accounting, and business intelligence tools a plus
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Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities
Benefits/Perks
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
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Flexible work arrangements
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Professional development opportunities
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Room for growth within a collaborative and expanding organization
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.